Expression of Interest - Surfacing Contract Manager and Surfacing Supervisor

Downer Group

  • Whanganui, Waikato
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Job Description:Te kōwhiringa | The OpportunityWe are seeking Expressions of Interest for a Surfacing Contract Managers and Surfacing Supervisors to join our growing Whanganui based sealing team. With our Rangitīkei contract coming into effect, we are looking to expand our reginal capability and capacity, taking on a greater workload across the wider area.Whether you're ready to take on the next step into leadership or bring proven operational and commercial expertise, we'd love to hear from you. We are looking for interest in two key roles:Contract Manager - Surfacing:As the Contract Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight across our surfacing operations. You'll be responsible for delivering on contract requirements, optimising resources, ensuring profitability, and building strong client relationships. Key aspects of this role include:
  • Planning and directing operations to meet performance, safety, and quality requirements
  • Managing contracts from tendering through to delivery, including variations, budgets, and claims
  • Build strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for growth
  • Developing and leading teams, ensuring training, succession planning, and Zero Harm practices are embedded
Surfacing Supervisor:In this role you will take a hands-on leadership approach, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification. You'll oversee daily operations, manage people and plant, and support the Contract Manager to achieve business and client outcomes. Responsibilities include:
  • Leading surfacing crews to deliver quality work
  • Monitoring safety, productivity, and resource allocation
  • Ensuring compliance with Zero Harm standards
  • Supporting contract performance through accurate reporting and client management
Nga pūkenga matua | Important SkillsWe are looking for experienced surfacing professionals who can demonstrate:
  • Proven experience in asphalt, sealing, or surfacing operations
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage teams, clients, and stakeholders
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications for Contract Manager position, or equivalent industry experience
  • Strong understanding of safety, quality, and environmental standards
  • Commercial awareness and understanding of contract performance and budgets
  • Leadership experience (for supervisor and manager-level roles)
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working hereAt Downer, we're committed to providing our people with the tools and environment they need to thrive. Join us and enjoy:
  • The opportunity to work on significant regional infrastructure contracts
  • Career development pathways and ongoing training
  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Staff discounts including Samsung, PB Tech, gym memberships and more
  • $500 bonus for employee referrals
  • A supportive, safety-first work culture that values every team member
Have a look at our other great benefitsMe pēhea ki te tono | How to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 724044We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.About Us: At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.About the Team: Downer's Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers' challenges, and for our communities.

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